BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Operations Technologist will join an established team of six, including a Woodlands Supervisor, two Practices Foresters, and three Operations Technologists, who work closely together to develop timber sales. This role collaborates with a variety of groups, including Planning Foresters, Indigenous Relations, Silviculture, Engineering, and Management, making it a great opportunity to build strong working relationships. The team is recognized for its long-standing success in meeting performance goals and for advancing innovative harvesting approaches, such as commercial thinning and wildfire risk reduction initiatives.

The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for an Operations Technologist to play a key role in preparing Timber Sale Licences (TSLs) for market by supporting development contracts, completing field verification of contractor work, and ensuring the quality of operational data and deliverables. The work directly contributes to provincial timber sale targets and helps provide a reliable fibre supply to manufacturing facilities, making a meaningful impact on the forest sector. Candidates will enjoy a fast-paced environment with regular field work, strong career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to innovative approaches in forest management while working from the Smithers or Houston area.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Graduation from an approved technical institute with a diploma or degree in resource or forestry management and three (3) years of experience in one (1) or more operational field forestry activities, OR
• An equivalent combination of education or experience such as five (5) years of experience in one (1) or more area of operational field forestry.

Operational field forestry activities include the following:

• • Timber harvesting monitoring/conformance
  • Cut-block development
  • Forest road engineering
  • Silviculture
  • Timber tenure development and administration

Professional Registration and Certification Requirements

• Applicants must be registered or eligible for registration with Forest Professionals British Columbia (FPBC) as a Registered Forest Technologist or equivalent. 
• Must possess at minimum a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence that does not limit or restrict the ability to conduct the duties of the job.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• Experience in contract or financial administration.

For a complete list of qualifications and requirements please look at the job profile attached to this posting. For questions regarding this position, please contact Jon.Penninga@gov.bc.ca.

About these Positions:
2 positions are currently available; 1 permanent opportunity in Smithers and 1 temporary opportunity (until October 22, 2027) in Houston or Smithers, the temporary opportunity may become permanent.
Flexible work options are available; these positions may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
Applicants who do not fully meet the required qualifications may be considered for these positions, but at a lower classification.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Professional Designation: YES - You must be registered, or immediately eligible for registration, as a Registered Forest Technologist (RFT) with Forest Professionals BC (FPBC). Note: "Immediately eligible for registration" means meeting all requirements for full professional registration and completing the process of obtaining full registration with the relevant BC professional association within six (6) months of employment.
Applicants who are currently registered, or eligible for registration within six (6) months of employment, with FPBC as a Trainee Forest Technologist (TFT), Allied Science Trainee Forest Technologist (ASTFT), or related designation may be considered at a lower classification.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.